Barbados Meteorological Services

The Barbados Meteorological Services operates as a self-contained department
within the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development. Its basic public
interest functions are funded by the Barbados Government.

All the activities of the Meteorological Services are directed at the
following important national goals, among others:

    * Safety of life and property
    * Reduction of the social and economic impacts of natural disasters.
    * Community health, recreation and quality of life.
    * Provision for the need of future generations.
    * Preservation and enhancement of the quality of the environment.